Intersection Safety

About the Training

Nearly 40% of truck crashes happen at or near intersections, accounting for thousands of fatalities each year. This training covers the intersection hazards unique to commercial vehicles — wide turns, blocked sight lines, vulnerable road users — and how to navigate them safely.

What You'll Learn

  • Recognize the hazards specific to intersections in a commercial vehicle
  • Manage right turns and protect against off-tracking
  • Check sight lines and watch for pedestrians and cyclists
  • Apply defensive techniques approaching and clearing intersections

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